The mission Worries of the Moment of The Health efore last December, I had never Fortunately we had wonderful contractors. Advantage remodeled my house or anything They showed up every day, did excellent Belse. Adding on to HAYC was a new work, stayed within budget, and finished Center is to adventure. As with any new undertaking, in time for our inspections before sample I approached it with some trepidation. In classes began. Our build-out could not enhance the talking with friends about remodeling their have gone any better. houses, I heard all types of horror stories. health, well-being It is always difficult to stop worrying and There were unexpected architectural prob- let go of something that could affect our and unity of lems, contractors who did not show up, happiness and peace of mind. The worry projects that were delayed by months, could stem from something major that body, mind, heart, terrible workmanship, and huge problems could affect us for quite a while, though with cost overruns. often it is something relatively minor like and spirit through The newsletters for the Winter session went a comment from a friend or co-worker, into the mail before construction started or returning again to memories of a past Anusara Yoga and and the Winter session sample classes were event. We cannot change the past and there scheduled to begin a little more than five is often little we can do to change the related disciplines. weeks later. Once the Fall classes had ended future or the actions of other people. Our and the demolition of almost half of our thoughts spin around and around as existing space had begun, everything was we try to find some way to direct out of my hands. Besides being there or contain what is beyond our every day to make decisions about lights, control. positions of shelves and whatever minor One suggestion for living a SPRING 2006 details came up, I could not do anything happy life that I run across HIGHLIGHTS to help with the actual work. I had no frequently in yoga workshops control over the situation. and in books is to live in WORKSHOPS: It would be nice to say I the moment. I have Reiki, Yoga on the Ball, remained calm and never wor- always wondered how Nutrition, Philosophy, ried at all, but there were some one can live in the ...... 4 moments of concern. Walking moment and save for the permits through the vari- retirement. If you are liv- Betsey Downing, Ph.D. ous local governments had ing in the moment, you Weekend Workshop . . 10 taken much more time than I are not thinking of the Sample Classes ...... 12 expected. If the construction future. Of course, if you ran into the same delays, it do not think of the Classes Begin would be quite a mess. future, it may April 17 What would happen if we be diffi- were delayed a week or a cult to month? live.

SUSAN VAN NUYS is the director The method that allows me that could arise from her current of The Health Advantage Yoga to find peace of mind is to concerns. Usually she realizes that Center. She has been a yoga practi- prepare for the future the even the worst case scenario is tioner since 1989 and is a certified best that I can and then really not that bad and she is Anusara Yoga Instructor and let go. In the case of our worrying unnecessarily. Registered Yoga Teacher through expansion, preparation Often when we step back and the . Susan has studied involved clearing my examine our concerns, we find with many world-class instructors schedule during the they are truly minor. Even and has chosen to focus on the weeks of construction when they are major, we Anusara style. She received a BS so I could be available seldom can do any- degree in computer science and lin- if needed. Also, I thing about the sit- guistics from the College of William thought about var- uation. If we could, and Mary. She particularly enjoys ious ways to shift we would act instead of applying the logic she learned while the 2006 schedule if necessary and worrying helplessly. programming computers to the how to set up phone trees to notify When you realize that you are limited progressive teaching of yoga poses. everyone. Whenever I became con- in your response to a problem, you When not involved with yoga or cerned, I would go back to my list of can choose to continue to worry, or computers, Susan enjoys hiking, preparations, realize there was noth- you can find a method to let go. biking and travelling. ing more I could do, and mentally When you let go, you are free to live change the subject. in the moment. A friend said that her method is to imagine the absolutely worst situation

YOGA 1/BEGINNER is symptoms such as muscle/ YOGA 1-2 is a continua- YOGA 2/ADVANCED the introductory class for joint pain, stiffness, weak- tion class for Yoga 1. The BEGINNER focuses on students who are new to ness, or fatigue. emphasis of this course is refining the standing poses Yoga. This class focuses on refining and building and learning basic sitting is a on poses to stretch and GENTLE YOGA 2 endurance in Yoga 1 and postures, simple back continuation of Gentle strengthen the legs, back, Yoga 2 standing poses. bending poses, and the Classes InforYoga 1, emphasizingmation the and shoulders. Emphasis& It does not include the shoulder stand using the refinement of Gentle Yoga is given to the basic align- shoulder stand. The basic Anusara Yoga principles 1 poses and introducing ment of the standing Anusara Yoga principles of alignment. It is recom- the basic Anusara Yoga poses. of alignment are presented. mended that students principles. This class will This class is suitable for complete both Yoga 1 is focus on strengthening the GENTLE YOGA 1 students who have prac- and Yoga 1-2 before designed for those who body and adapting poses ticed other styles of yoga, taking Yoga 2. prefer a class less vigorous to protect injured or weak but it is not suitable for than Yoga 1. It includes joints. New breathing and those who have never stud- gentle stretches and relaxation techniques will ied yoga before. breathing as well as simple be introduced as well. This movements designed to class is more strenuous systematically increase the than Gentle Yoga 1 and Please do not attend class if you have a range of motion of every students must complete at contagious condition. HAYC has a flexible major joint and increase least two sessions of Gentle make-up policy and we will welcome you energy. This class is ideal Yoga 1 before taking back when you have recovered. for students with chronic Gentle Yoga 2.

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YOGA 2-3 is a combina- YOGA 4/ADVANCED is of Yoga 2 or who have a POSTPARTUM YOGA tion class. It begins with for students who are capa- strong current Vinyasa is for new mothers and Yoga 2 poses and moves ble of holding a freestand- based practice (Ashtanga babies 6 weeks to 6 gradually into Yoga 3 ing headstand, can do a or power based flows). months. This one-hour poses, particularly full arm balance (hand- class focuses on the use of is a strengthening poses for the stand) alone at the wall, YIN YANG YOGA yoga postures, breathing combination of quiet sta- upper body in preparation and who can push up into and relaxation to help you tionary poses and flowing for the headstand and Urdhva recover from pregnancy sequences of poses. The . The headstand (Upward Facing Bow and childbirth and to Yin practice is designed to is the major pose learned Pose) with straight arms. adjust to the demands of work our connective tissues in this course. Students Regular practice is expect- motherhood. Please bring (ligaments and fascia) and diapering supplies, a water- should complete at least ed. Permission of the to protect the health of proof changing sheet, and three sessions of Yoga 2 instructor is required. our joints. It nourishes the a blanket for your baby. before taking Yoga 2-3. flow of energy in our bod- MIXED LEVEL YOGA (ages 6- students will practice a ies through a practice of YOGA FOR KIDS YOGA 3/INTERMEDIATE 11) This class is designed to continues with refinements variety of yoga poses, holding a series of floor help children build strength to poses studied in Yoga 1 or , in addition to postures for 3 to 5 min- and flexibility, concentra- and 2 and introduces the breathing techniques, utes. The Yin practice is a tion and focus, compassion headstand, forearm bal- and relaxation perfect complement to the and self-esteem through the ance, and full arm balance taught in the Anusara style. more muscular, movement playful practice of yoga pos- (handstand). Additional Enjoy variety in this class -oriented Yang practices of tures. Kids will have fun as back bend poses are also open to students who have yoga which include Sun they improve their posture, included. Regular yoga finished a session of Yoga Salutes, Vinyasas, and Paul motor coordination and practice outside of class is 1-2 or above. Mixed Level Grilley’s Tai-chi /Yoga balance. Yoga poses will strongly encouraged. It is is a great second class for Flows. The more passive help children cope with the recommended that stu- those who want to do yoga Yin practice balances the conflicts and stress of a very dents complete at least more than once a week active Yang by strengthen- hectic world. A child who three sessions of Level 2 and does not follow the ing and harmonizing our learns yoga will develop and one session of Level Yoga 1-4 progression. energy system. This class is skills that will last a lifetime. 2-3 before taking Yoga 3. suitable for students who Come (Ages 12- VINYASA YOGA have completed at least TEENS YOGA is a more join us and step in to the 17) Life can be very busy YOGA 3-4 one session of Yoga 2. advanced class for experi- flow! Vinyasa flow yoga is and stressful for teens these enced Yoga 3 students. a series of movements and PRENATAL YOGA is for days. This class gives teens Students must have com- poses sequenced and coor- pregnant women. Dads-to- the opportunity to partici- pleted at least 2 sessions of dinated with the breath. be are also welcome to pate in a nurturing activity Yoga 3 and be able to do Each movement connects register for the class. This that provides exercise for two of the following three with the next, gradually class is designed to help the total body as well as poses: hold a freestanding warming, stretching and you stay relaxed and relaxation techniques that headstand away from the strengthening the entire healthy throughout preg- can be used for school, wall, push up into Urdhva body. Since Vinyasa is a nancy and to prepare you sports, performing arts, Dhanurasana (Upward more strenuous format for delivery. It is fun and sleep improvement, and Facing Bow Pose) with which requires that the appropriate for both new life skills. Yoga allows teens straight arms or do full student pay particular and experienced yoga stu- to find strength and flexi- arm balance (handstand) at attention to alignment, this dents. Please obtain your bility through practice and the wall. Regular practice class is open only to those doctor’s or midwife’s per- patience. Skills developed is expected. students who have com- mission in writing before through yoga will last a pleted at least two sessions enrolling. lifetime.

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REIKI FIRST DEGREE with Olga SPRING CLEANING NUTRITION WORKSHOP Saturday, April 29: 1:00-6:00 p.m., with Julia Kalish Sunday,W Aprilork 30: sho12:30-3:30ps p.m., $135 Sunday, May 21: 1:00-3:00 p.m., $30 Reiki is a system of healing and accelerating spiritual Are you ready to shed those bulky winter clothes? As you growth that brings the body into balance by activating the prepare for spring by cleaning your house, why not clean body’s natural ability to heal itself and by releasing blocked your body too? After eating thick soups and stews all win- energies. Reiki will work wherever you need it the most — ter, your body must make a major transition to the lighter relieving stress, alleviating pain, and bringing you and oth- foods of spring and summer. In this interactive workshop, ers into a greater sense of well being. we’ll explore how to prepare for spring by eating the right In this workshop you will learn about Reiki and be attuned foods, internal cleansing/fasting, and setting goals to get to the Reiki energy. This will enable you to transmit the ready for summer. Julia Kalish, a Certified Nutritionist Reiki healing energy to others and yourself through a gen- and Health Coach, is the Director of Inner Voice Nutrition. tle touch. Once attuned to this energy, you will become a Reiki practitioner and will have it for life. You will learn FOUNDATIONS OF THE YOGA TRADITION II and practice with other participants the suggested hand with Olga positions for self-treatment and for working with others. A Saturday, June 3: 1:00-3:00 pm, $30 workbook and list of suggested readings will be provided. This workshop will examine the world of Pre-Classical Yoga. Recent archaeological evidence, which points to YOGA ON THE BALL with Kathy as the true cradle of civilization, will be explored. Saturday, May 20: 1:00-3:00 p.m. A significant portion of the time will be spent providing $30: provide your own exercise ball an introductory outline of major works of Pre-Classical $55: exercise ball included literature, such as the Rig-Veda and the . The material presented will be based on chapters 4-5 in Learn how to access and strengthen your body’s center of Georg Feuerstein’s The Yoga Tradition. There are no power using the stability ball, a popular and versatile exer- pre-requisites for this workshop. No previous knowledge cise tool. By utilizing the support of the exercise ball, the is necessary. body is able to strengthen and stabilize progressively and safely. It also helps to modify yoga postures or make them more challenging. Learn how to incorporate this wonder- YOGA NIDRA with Janet ful tool into your yoga practice. This is a multi-level work- Saturday, June 17: 1:00-3:00 p.m., $30 shop, suitable for students Yoga 1-2 and above. Imagine an hour of guided deep relaxation. Yoga Nidra is a Participation in previous ball workshops is not required technique designed to restore you physically, mentally, emotionally, and energetically. What sets Yoga Nidra apart from other forms of meditation and relaxation is the repe- tition of an intention, which is thus set in the conscious and subconscious mind. The result: resolve is strengthened and positive outcome more assured. Recharge your batter- There is a $5 cancellation fee per workshop. ies and set your intentions at the cellular level! Wear loose- Refunds: You must cancel at least 7 days prior to the fitting clothing, and bring your favorite soft pillow. A mild workshop in order to receive a refund unless your spot can be filled from our waiting list. yoga practice precedes the meditation. No yoga experience necessary. Bring a friend!

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•We are adding more classes! The new Gentle Yoga 2 on •A line for your email address has been added to the reg- Tuesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. is open to students who istration form. In a few months we will begin sending have taken at least two sessions of Gentle Yoga 1. This emails announcing registration dates and information Yogaclass will Center be taught by Kelly Kessler. On Saturdays, about various workshops. Please include your email a new Yoga 2 atN 9:00 a.m.otes will be taught by Robbie address if you would like to be added to our list. Katson. Nick Bauer will take over the Sunday Yoga 2 •There are a limited number of work-study positions at 9:00 a.m. and the Yoga 1 at 10:45 a.m. available at HAYC and a limited number of scholarships. •Jennifer Breseman will teach a Yoga 3-4 on Sundays at If you are interested, ask for an application at the front 10:45 a.m. Please see the requirements for this class on desk. page 3. The Yoga 2-3 that was held at that time has •We need 7 registered students to hold a session of class- been discontinued. es. If the course for which you have registered has fewer than seven students, the class may be cancelled. You will be notified and we will try to find another class for you.

HATHA YOGA is an ancient discipline that explores, develops, and integrates the body, Doug Keller therapy weekend workshop: mind, and spirit. July 29-30.

Yoga systematically stretches and strengthens Barbara Benagh weekend workshop: November 3-5. muscles throughout the body, increases circula- tion to internal organs and glands, quiets the Upcoming OUT OFE TOWNvents WORKSHOPS nervous system, and improves concentration. This WITH DOUG KELLER ancient system of self-care brings vitality, health, April 21-23: Lake Tahoe/ deep relaxation, and peace of mind. Truckee, California The style of taught is the Anusara April 28-30: Phoenix, Arizona method, based on the work of John Friend. May 5-7: Galveston, Texas Anusara Yoga is a new style of yoga that is heart- May 18-21: Seattle, Washington oriented, spiritually inspiring, and yet grounded in May 25-28: Zurich, Switzerland a deep knowledge of optimal body alignment in June 2-5: Jackson, Mississippi the poses. Instructors encourage students to listen June 17: Takoma Park, Maryland to their bodies, respect its wisdom, and to June 24-5: Butler, New Jersey progress at their own pace. Deep relaxation is June 30 - July 2: Zurich, Switzerland taught in each class after completion of the pos- July 8-9: Annapolis, Maryland tures. The intention of the instructors at HAYC is For more information on Doug’s workshops, to assist students in the development of physical, see his web site: www.DoYoga.com mental, and spiritual well-being: a truly priceless health advantage.

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CLASSES FILL QUICKLY! Register soon to avoid disappointment THE HEALTH ADVANTAGE YOGA CENTER 1041 Sterling Road, Suite 202 • Herndon, VA 20170 • 703-435-1571 • Fax 703-435-1572 www.healthadvantageyoga.com • email: [email protected] Yoga courses are 11 weeks: April 17 to July 2 Kids and Teens yoga courses are 8 weeks: April 21 to June 11 Monday Thursday TIME CLASS INSTRUCTOR TIME CLASS INSTRUCTOR 10:00-11:30 am Yoga 1 Pat P. 10:00-11:30 am Gentle Yoga 2 Kelly K. 10:00-11:30Spring am 2006 Yoga 1-2 Kathy 10:00-11:30 am Yoga 2 Ande 10:00-11:30 am 2chedule Doug 10:00-11:30 am Yoga 3 Kelly C. 5:45-7:15 pm Yoga 1 Kelly K. 10:00-11:45 am Yoga 4 Susan 5:45-7:15 pm Yoga 1-2 Janet 12:00-1:30 pm Gentle Yoga 1 Pat T. 5:45-7:15 pm Yoga 2 Doug 12:00-1:30 pm Yoga 2 Olga 5:45-7:15 pm Yoga 3 Ande 5:45-7:15 pm Yoga 1 Susan 7:30-9:00 pm Gentle Yoga 1 Kelly K. 5:45-7:15 pm Yoga 2 Linda 7:30-9:00 pm Yoga 2 Janet 5:45-7:15 pm Yoga 2-3 Jan 7:30-9:00 pm Yoga 2-3 Doug 5:45-7:15 pm Prenatal Yoga Jennifer 7:30-9:00 pm Yoga 1 Jennifer Tuesday 7:30-9:00 pm Yoga 1-2 Olga TIME CLASS INSTRUCTOR 7:30-9:00 pm Yoga 3 Jan 10:00-11:30 am Gentle Yoga 1 Kelly K. 7:30-9:15 pm Yoga 4 Susan 10:00-11:30 am Yoga 2 Kelly C. 10:00-11:30 am Yoga 3 Ande Friday 12:00-1:30 pm Yoga 1 Mary TIME CLASS INSTRUCTOR 4:00-5:30 pm Yoga 3 Doug 10:00-11:00 am Postpartum Jennifer 5:45-7:15 pm Yoga 1 Robbie 10:00-11:30 am Prenatal Yoga Kathy 5:45-7:15 pm Yoga 2 Linda 12:00-1:30 pm Mixed Level Kathy 5:45-7:15 pm Yin Yang Yoga Pat P. 4:30-5:45 pm Kids Yoga Pat P. 5:45-7:15 pm Yoga 4 Doug 5:45-7:15 pm Yoga 1-2 Nick 7:30-9:00 pm Gentle Yoga 2 Kelly K 7:30-9:00 pm Yoga 2 Janet Saturday 7:30-9:00 pm Yoga 2-3 Linda TIME CLASS INSTRUCTOR 7:30-9:00 pm Yoga 3 Doug 9:00-10:30 am Yoga 1 Mary 9:00-10:30 am Yoga 1-2 Olga Wednesday 9:00-10:30 am Yoga 2 Robbie TIME CLASS INSTRUCTOR 9:00-10:30 am Yoga 2-3 Janet 10:00-11:30 am Yoga 1 Susan 10:45-12:15 pm Gentle Yoga 1 Mary 10:00-11:30 am Yoga 1-2 Kelly K. 10:45-12:15 pm Yoga 2 Olga 10:00-11:30 am Yoga 2-3 Kelly C. 10:45-12:15 pm Yoga 3 Janet 12:00-1:45 pm Yoga 4 Doug 4:00-5:30 pm Yoga 2 Olga Sunday 5:45-7:15 pm Gentle Yoga 1 Olga TIME CLASS INSTRUCTOR 5:45-7:15 pm Yoga 2 Janet 9:00-10:30 am Yoga 2 Nick 5:45-7:15 pm Yoga 3 Susan 9:00-10:30 am Yoga 3 Jennifer 7:30-9:00 pm Yoga 1 Eileen 10:45-12:15 pm Yoga 1 Nick 7:30-9:00 pm Yoga 1-2 Janet 10:45-12:15 pm Yoga 3-4 Jennifer 7:30-9:00 pm Yoga 2 Susan 4:00-5:15 pm Teens Yoga Pat P. 7:30-9:00 pm Vinyasa Dianne 5:30-6:45 pm Kids Yoga Pat P.

Office hours are Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. and Friday 10:00 a.m.-noon. Classes will be held on all holidays falling within the Spring Session.

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Gentle Yoga 1 Yoga 2-3 CLOTHING, PROPS and EATING: Wear comfortable Monday 7:30 pm Monday 7:30 pm clothes: long shorts, bicycle shorts, tights or leggings and Tuesday 10:00 am Tuesday 7:30 pm a t-shirt. Please no baggy pants as they mask the alignment WednesdayClass 5:45 pmistingsWednesday 10:00 am ofYoga the legs. Center Remove your shoes before entering the yoga Thursday L12:00 pm Thursday 5:45 pm rooms. All props areP supplied.olic Pleaseies do not eat 2-3 hours before class. Saturday 10:45 am Saturday 9:00 am FREE SAMPLE CLASSES are held the week before the Gentle Yoga 2 Yoga 3 session begins. They are an opportunity for new students Tuesday 7:30 pm Monday 5:45 pm to see our Yoga Center, meet the instructors and experi- Thursday 10:00 am Tuesday 10:00 am ence a class. We recommend you sign up for a sample class 4:00 pm taught by the instructor with whom you plan to study. Yoga 1 7:30 pm Please see page 12 for the dates and times. Monday 10:00 am Wednesday 5:45 pm We strongly encourage students to get the 5:45 pm MAKE-UPS: Thursday 10:00 am full experience of their course by making up any classes Tuesday 12:00 pm 7:30 pm missed. Classes cancelled due to inclement weather may 5:45 pm Saturday 10:45 am be made up during the session. Missed classes can only Wednesday 10:00 am Sunday 9:00 am be made up during the current session at the same level 7:30 pm or lower. There is no need to call ahead to take a make-up Thursday 5:45 pm Yoga 3-4 class. Just come to any appropriate level class and give the 7:30 pm Sunday 10:45 am instructor your name and regular class. Teen students can Saturday 9:00 am make up in Yoga 1 classes if this is their first session of Sunday 10:45 am Yoga 4 Teens Yoga or in Yoga 1-2 classes if they have taken more Tuesday 5:45 pm than one Teens Yoga class. Yoga 1-2 Wednesday 12:00 pm Drop-ins are allowed for students Monday 10:00 am Thursday 10:00 am DROP-IN CLASSES: 5:45 pm 7:30 pm who are currently enrolled and wish to take an extra class Wednesday 10:00 am or for students who are not enrolled but have completed 7:30 pm Vinyasa Yoga an equivalent level of Anusara or . Drop-ins Thursday 7:30 pm Wednesday 7:30 pm are permitted ONLY in classes that are not filled. Please call to confirm there is space. Drop-ins are not allowed in Friday 5:45 pm Yin Yang Yoga the Kids, Teen, Prenatal or Postpartum Yoga classes unless Saturday 9:00 am Tuesday 5:45 pm the student has previously taken the class and still meets Yoga 2 the requirements. See page 11 for drop-in fees. Monday 10:00 am Mixed Level WEATHER: If classes have to be cancelled due to 5:45 pm Friday 12:00 pm inclement weather, there will be an announcement on the 7:30 pm answering machine one hour before the class is scheduled Tuesday 10:00 am Prenatal Yoga to begin. 5:45 pm Thursday 5:45 pm 7:30 pm Friday 10:00 am Wednesday 4:00 pm 5:45 pm Postpartum 7:30 pm Yoga Thursday 10:00 am Friday 10:00 am 12:00 pm 5:45 pm Kids Yoga Saturday 9:00 am Friday 4:30 pm 10:45 am Sunday 5:30 pm Sunday 9:00 am Teens Yoga Sunday 4:00 pm Spring 2006 • The Health Advantage Yoga Center 7

JAN BALDI began studying yoga in 1990. MARY EPPLER was first introduced to She completed the HAYC Teacher Training yoga in 1994 at the HAYC and has been Program, is a Yoga Alliance Registered studying here ever since. She completed Teacher and an Anusara Affiliate. She the teacher training program with Susan I nstructorshas studied with numerous senior yoga Van Nuys and Doug Keller in 2002, and teachers. Her primary teacher is John is a Registered Yoga Teacher with the Schumacher who has influenced and inspired her practice. Yoga Alliance. Through teaching, Mary wishes to convey John Friend has also influenced her practice. She has an to her students the inner balance that yoga has brought MS degree in Public Administration. to her life.

NICK BAUER is a registered yoga teacher DIANNE FALK is a Registered Yoga with Yoga Alliance. Nick began his study of Teacher with the Yoga Alliance. She has yoga in 1998. He completed the Radiant completed HAYC’s Teacher Training, a 55 Child teacher training with Shakta Kaur hour Iyengar program and many Anusara Khalsa in 2003, the HAYC teacher training and vinyasa flow workshops. Her passion for the mind-body connection and its with Susan Van Nuys and Doug Keller, and transformational possibilities lights her practice as well as the Level 2 teacher training with John Friend in 2004. her teaching. She loves the calm clear center yoga brings He has also studied with Betsey Downing, Elise Browning to her life and hopes to share that with her students. Miller, and Desiree Rumbaugh. Nick enjoys sharing his experience and leading others on their own journey of yoga. LINDA JACOBSEN is a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher. She has complet- JENNIFER BRESEMAN is an Anusara ed teacher trainings from HAYC, Anusara Affiliated instructor and a Registered Yoga, and Rod Stryker’s Pure Yoga. She Teacher with the Yoga Alliance. She has has a BS in earth sciences and an MA in completed the HAYC teacher training pro- writing and editing, and she works for the gram and Levels 1& 2 Anusara teacher U.S. Geological Survey. Linda enjoys kayaking, hiking, training with John Friend. She also draws writing, and traveling. on her training and experience as a Registered Nurse, ROBBIE KATSON has studied yoga since including working in Labor and Delivery. She loves to 1992 and is a Yoga Alliance Registered watch the transformative power of yoga as it unfolds in her Teacher. She completed the HAYC Teacher life and in the lives of her students. Training program and has studied with KELLY CLEVELAND is a Yoga Alliance John Friend, and others. She Registered Teacher and an Anusara wants to share with students the strength, Affiliated Yoga instructor. She has studied peace and centering that yoga brings to yoga since 1990. She received her teaching stress-filled lives. Robbie has an MA in Economics and certificate in 1994 and began teaching at works for the Government. HAYC in 1996. Her primary teachers was one of the first to be were Betsey Downing and Kevin Perry. She has also stud- DOUG KELLER certified as an Anusara Yoga instructor by ied with Rodney Yee, Judith Lasater and John Friend. John Friend, having studied with him Kelly’s main focus is to teach the Anusara Principles extensively since 1991, and is one of the through her own experiences and love for yoga. few designated Anusara Teacher Trainers. KATHY DUKE is a Yoga Alliance He holds a Master’s Degree in Philosophy Registered Teacher. For more than ten from Fordham University, studied yoga in India for 7 years she has worked as a professional in years, and now offers workshops in philosophy and the fitness industry, completing many as well as hatha yoga. He travels nationally hours of study and practice including pre- and internationally, teaching Anusara Yoga. and post-natal program design. Kathy has completed the HAYC teacher training program with Betsey Downing and Doug Keller and has attended work- shops with John Friend and many other instructors. She earned her BFA from Virginia Commonwealth University.

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KELLY KESSLER is a Yoga Alliance OLGA RASMUSSEN (RYT 200) is Registered Teacher. She became a student working towards her certification in at HAYC in 1993 and from her first class Anusara Yoga, and was the sixth person she knew she wanted to become a teacher. world-wide to complete the 800 hour She realized that to accomplish her vision course of study on Yoga philosophy, liter- practical experience and knowledge were ature, and history, with Georg Feuerstein necessary. In 1999 Kelly completed the HAYC Teacher as her mentor. She continues to advance her knowledge Training Program with Betsey Downing and continues of Yoga by immersing herself in its rich heritage, and by to study extensively Anusara and Therapeutic Yoga. studying with respected teachers. Through her teaching, She is also a Certified Massage Therapist specializing in Olga seeks to guide her students to experience yoga as a Neuromuscular Therapy. path for transformation and joy. She has a Doctorate in Spirituality and Education, is a Reiki Master, and is certi- is a certified Anusara Yoga JANET KIM fied in several healing modalities. Olga enjoys collecting Instructor. She began her study and prac- sacred art, books, and fine wine. tice of Hatha Yoga in 1972. She has taught yoga since 1987 and completed the HAYC EILEEN ROEHR got hooked on yoga at teacher training in 1995. Janet has studied HAYC in 1994. She is a Registered Yoga yoga with Betsey Downing, John Friend, Teacher with the Yoga Alliance and an Desiree Rumbaugh, Rodney Yee and Doug Keller. Anusara Affiliate. Her primary teachers are Betsey Downing and Doug Keller. ANDE McDONALD is a Registered Yoga Eileen has also studied with John Friend, Teacher through the Yoga Alliance and is an Suzie Hurley, and Jenny Otto. In her Affiliated Anusara Yoga Teacher. Her study other life she is the Program Director at Graydon Manor, of yoga began in 1972. Ande completed where she also teaches yoga to emotionally disturbed teacher training programs with Betsey youngsters. Downing, Lillah Schwartz, and John dabbled in yoga and medi- Friend. She has taught yoga at HAYC since 1995 and cur- PAT TAYLOR tation for years before realizing that she rently studies with Doug Keller. Ande’s intention is for her wanted them to be the center of her life. students to find the joy of movement in their yoga practice Toward that end, she completed the and their daily lives. HAYC teacher training program in 2002 and became a Registered Yoga Teacher PATRICIA PAO (RYT 200) began her yoga studies with Betty Roi. She has stud- with the Yoga Alliance. Pat attends meditation retreats ied extensively at HAYC since 1998 and regularly and hopes that she can pass on the benefits she has completed the HAYC and the Radiant has received from the practice of yoga and meditation. Child teacher training programs. Pat also completed intensive teacher training work- shops with Rodney Yee, Judith Lasater, Erich Schiffman, Kaustaub Desikchar and John Friend. She is a former professional dancer and ballet teacher. Pat has worked the last 18 years as a movie casting director.

DIRECTIONS TO HEALTH ADVANTAGE YOGA CENTER From Reston Parkway: Go to Baron Cameron and turn west toward Herndon. Go 2.0 miles to the light at Sterling Road. Turn right onto Sterling Road and take a left into the parking lot at the back of the office park development. From the Dulles Toll Road: Take Exit #10, Herndon. Turn toward Herndon onto Centreville Road (which becomes Elden Street) and proceed to the fifth light. Turn left onto Sterling Road and take the first left into the parking lot. The Yoga Center is in the middle of the building facing the trees.

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May 5–7, 2006 Anusara Weekend Featured W orkshowithp Betsey Downing, Ph.D.

Cultivating Wisdom SCHEDULE Yoga enables us to unfold like a flower, opening to reveal our beauty and our Friday, May 5 connection to All-That-Is. Through the heart we access our channel to intu- 7:00-9:00 p.m. $30 ition and wisdom, giving us insights to live with joy, balance, and passion. Hip Openers: Surrender to Grace Yoga 2 and above Betsey Downing, Ph.D., RYT-500, known as the “Grande Dame of Anusara Yoga”, is one of Anusara’s senior certified teachers. She has been a full time Saturday, May 6 yoga teacher for almost 30 years, beginning in the Sivananda and then the 9:00 a.m.-Noon $45 Iyengar traditions. John Friend has been her principal teacher since 1994. Standing Poses & Handstand: Radical Anusara Yoga has had a special resonance with Betsey’s spiritual path that Affirmation lights up her teaching with vibrancy and passion. Yoga 3 and above Her special expertise in progressive teaching allows students to find safe and 2:00-4:00 p.m. $30 simple ways to joyfully exceed their expectations. Betsey’s teaching flourishes Forward Bends & Twists: Take a Fresh at Garden of the Heart Yoga Center in Sarasota, Florida, and in workshops Perspective and trainings around the country. Yoga 2 and above REGISTRATION: To register, complete the registration form in the Sunday, May 7 brochure and send it in with full payment. Telephone registrations accepted 9:00 a.m.-Noon $45 with Visa or MasterCard. Registrations accepted on a first come, first served Back Bends & Forearm Balance: Play basis. Because we maintain a waiting list, we request that you do not give your Edge Safely your space to a friend. Yoga 3 and above There is a $5.00 cancellation fee per class. CANCELLATION POLICY: 2:00-4:00 p.m. $30 REFUNDS: No refunds are given after April 28 unless your space can be Quiet Practice & Meditation: Access your filled from the waiting list. Inner Sanctuary The workshop will be held at HAYC and all props will be supplied. All levels

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Registration for all students begins on OFFICE USE ONLY Check box if this is a new address or phone number. Please print clearly. March 4. Current

Date______Name ______students are guaranteed a space in their present class Check______Address ______by registering for it by Charge______City ______State______Zip ______The Health Advantage Yoga Center March 16. Cash______egistration Phone/H ______Phone/W( )R ______( ) By registering for a class Init______Email ______you agree to adhere to PLEASE LIST EACH CLASS our policies stated on Level Day Time Instructor Fee ______page 11 of the brochure. 2nd choice if full

CLASS 1 To register, return this ______form along with payment Level Day Time Instructor Fee in full to HAYC, or call ______2nd choice if full (703) 435-1571 to

CLASS 2 ______register with MC or Visa. Workshop Date Time Instructor Fee HAYC does not confirm ______registrations. You will be ______contacted only if the class WORKSHOPS $10 Discount per class for seniors 60 and over (for full session only) ______you select is full. Total Due ______Make checks payable to MC/VISA Check Enclosed (Make checks payable to HAYC) HAYC Card Number______Exp. Date ______1041 Sterling Rd., #202 Signature______Herndon, VA 20170

CLASS REGISTRATION: To register for a class, fill out the registration form and enclose full payment, which includes a $45 non-refundable, non-transferable fee CLASS FEES for each course. Space cannot be held without payment. Telephone registrations SPRING 2006 SESSION are accepted with MasterCard or Visa. Yoga $165 11 weeks WORKSHOP REGISTRATION: Fill out a registration form and enclose payment inRegistrat full. ion Fees CancellationTwice Poli weeklycies $308 11 weeks Late registrations can &be accepted on a pro-rated basis, 1st class is $15/class; 2nd class is $13/class LATE REGISTRATION: space permitting. Only students with yoga experience are accepted after the third Postpartum $110 11 weeks week of the session. Teens & Kids $88 8 weeks CANCELLATIONS: To cancel your class or workshop, a cancellation form must be filled out and submitted. Refunds are based on the date of the cancellation form, not on the date of the last class attended. Class fees cannot be transferred to DROP IN FEES another session. Yoga classes for registered REFUNDS are given according to the following schedule: after the first class: students $15 100% refund minus the $45 administrative fee, $30 for Postpartum Yoga. After the second class: 70% refund of the class fee, after the third class: 60% of the class Yoga classes for fee, after the fourth class: 30% of the class fee. No refunds are given after the fifth unregistered class. Refunds are processed in the 6th week of the term. students $18 TEENS and KIDS YOGA REFUNDS are given according to the following Teens & Kids $14 schedule: after the first class: 100% refund minus the $30 administrative fee. After the second class: 60% refund of the class fee, after the third class: 50% of the class Postpartum $13 fee. No refunds are given after the fourth class of the term.

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THE HEALTH ADVANTAGE YOGA CENTER PRSRT STD 1041 Sterling Road — Suite 202 US POSTAGE Herndon, VA 20170 PAID MERRIFIELD VA PERMIT #6445

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Spring 2006 Session Begins April 17

Sample classes, for new students only, are free and fill quickly. Register early to reserve your space. You may register by telephone for sample classes. 703-435-1571 Monday, April 10 Thursday, April 13 10:00-11:30Sample am Yoga 1 Pat P. 12:00-1:00 pm Gentle Yoga 1 Pat T. 5:45-7:15 pmlasses Yoga 1 Kelly K. 5:45-7:15 pm Yoga 1 Susan 7:30-8:30 pmC Gentle Yoga 1 Kelly K. 5:45-7:15 pm Prenatal Yoga Jennifer 7:30-9:00 pm Yoga 1 Jennifer Tuesday, April 11 10:00-11:00 am Gentle Yoga 1 Kelly K. Friday, April 14 12:00-1:30 pm Yoga 1 Mary 10:00-11:00 am Postpartum Jennifer 5:45-7:15 pm Yoga 1 Robbie 10:00-11:30 am Prenatal Yoga Kathy 5:45-7:15 pm Yin Yang Yoga* Pat P. 4:30-5:45 pm Kids Yoga (ages 6-11) Pat P. Wednesday, April 12 Saturday, April 15 10:00-11:30 am Yoga 1 Susan 9:00-10:30 am Yoga 1 Mary 5:45-6:45 pm Gentle Yoga 1 Olga 10:45-11:45 am Gentle Yoga 1 Mary 7:30-9:00 pm Yoga 1 Eileen 7:30-9:00 pm Vinyasa ** Dianne Sunday, April 16 10:45-12:15 pm Yoga 1 Nick * Yin Yang Yoga: Must have completed at least one session of Yoga 2. 4:00-5:15 pm Teens Yoga (ages 12-17) Pat P. ** Vinyasa: Must have completed at least two sessions of Yoga 2 5:30-6:45 pm Kids Yoga (ages 6-11) Pat P. or have a strong Vinyasa-based practice.

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